Crown Yourself With Healthy Hair! 5 Things To Look Out For In Vegan Products #EarthBeauty

By christinelai on 22 Apr 2019

Physical appearance makes a person attractive but sincere beauty glows from within. If you're all about beauty and you're one who cares for the environment, these are 5 things you can look out for when buying vegan and/or environmentally friendly products.

#1 Is it really vegan?
- Is it tested on animals?
- Is it cruelty-free?
- Is it made of animal or plant-based ingredients?

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Vegan means that the product is entirely free of all animal products. It has neither been tested on animal nor contains any derivatives from animals. Look out for PETA-Approved Vegan logo and other related certifications.

#2 Is the product/packaging environmentally friendly?
-Is the bottle made of recyclable materials?
-Can you recycle the packaging post-use?

It will be good to leave minimal carbon footprints!

#3 Read customers' reviews
Apart from its environmentally-friendly practices, read reviews and see what other consumers have to say about the actual product. If it's a new product, ask yourself, is the brand trustworthy? Read the details and labels to see if the products suit your needs. One of the best ways is still this: Buy it and give it a try. Then, share your experiences with others.

#4 Here are some substances found in shampoos, cosmetics and beauty-related products that you should try to avoid:
-Parabens
-Formaldehyde
-Propylene Glycol
-PEG-Polyethylene Glycol
-Silicones
-Sulfates
-Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
-Synthetic Fragrances

#5 Sources of ingredients used

Love Beauty And Planet is a new brand launched in Singapore that prides itself on quality vegan products. Their products are mostly made of plant-based ingredients. They also contain natural coconut water, organic coconut oil and ethically sourced mimosa.

They contain no silicone, paraben and dyes. Check out their excellent range of shampoos and conditioners on Love and Beauty website and at Watsons stores.

Have you heard of fast-rinse technology?
With fast-rinse technology, the hair conditioners will nourish and condition your hair quickly. This way, it helps you to save time and water (and money) in every shower. That's something most consumers should look out for and of course, our money-pinching side will approve!

This vegan shampoos and conditioners come in 4 different variations.

Smooth and Serene Shampoo (& Conditioner)

Hope and Repair Shampoo (& Conditioner)

Volume and Bounty Shampoo (& Conditioner)

Radical Refresher Shampoo (& Conditioner)

Each Love Beauty and Planet product is infused with selective organic and sustainable ingredients sourced from all over the world. Our sourcing partners help promote fair wage jobs and ethical sourcing for our essential oils and absolutes.

-Love Beauty and Planet

Without compromising the environment, you can still achieve beauty. Love Beauty and Planet also have other products that can help you achieve healthy and glowy skin. Each product comes with its unique fragrance that leaves a lingering scent.